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Is there any complications that may arie from useing benzoil peroxide gel 5% for acne on face for along period( permanently ) once daily ?
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Allergic reaction : Chronic use of benzoyl peroxide may lead to development of an allergic reaction. This does not occur in everyone, but if it does, the skin often turns red and irritated. Once an allergy develops, you may not be able to use products containing benzoyl peroxide any more.
Answered 1/26/2014
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